The Skiers' Guide to Tremblant

Mont Tremblant, located in Quebec, Eastern Canada, stands as one of the region's premier ski destinations. This picturesque resort combines excellent skiing with a charming European-style village atmosphere. Our community gives it an overall rating of 4.24/5, making it a favourite amongst Eastern Canadian ski resorts.

The resort sits about two hours from Montreal, offering 101 diverse runs spread across 875m of vertical drop. The skiable terrain extends from 230m to 875m above sea level, providing long, varied descents despite being in the East.

Tremblant particularly shines with its family friendliness (4.65/5), groomed runs (4.42/5), and surprisingly good tree skiing (4.08/5). One Snomad community member liked that "the gladed areas at Soleil are fantastic" and many were "pleasantly surprised with the variety of terrain."

Tremblant boasts 101 runs with a good distribution across ability levels: 19 beginner trails, 31 intermediate runs, and 38 advanced/expert descents. The lift system includes 3 gondolas, 8 chairlifts, and 3 drag lifts, earning strong marks for lift efficiency (4.26/5).

The resort scores well for beginners (4.38/5) and intermediates (4.26/5), with many users highlighting the quality of the groomed terrain. Malcolm, an intermediate snowboarder, noted: "I've been impressed with the amazing views and relatively quiet slopes, especially mid-week."

For advanced skiers, the resort earns a solid advanced rating (4.31/5). The Edge chair area receives particular praise despite being the slowest lift. Adam, an expert snowboarder, shared that it's "the quieter part of the hill with great glades. Found powder all day in this section." Many reviews mention Devil's River and Wendigo as standout runs.

The tree skiing (4.08/5) is a surprising highlight. John, an expert skier, was impressed: "The quality of the off-piste skiing really impressed me. The tree skiing was excellent, much of it relatively open with various levels of difficulty."

Snowboarders will be pleased with Tremblant's snowboarder-friendly rating (4.40/5), though some flat spots exist on green and blue runs.

Tremblant scores well for eating out (4.31/5), with options both on the mountain and in the village. On-mountain, Le Refuge du Trappeur receives praise as a "great cozy cabin hidden away on the hill on the soleil side," according to Adam, though he notes it's "only accessible by black diamond run tigadou or with some minimal traversing via blue run toboggan."

The village offers numerous dining choices, from casual pubs to more upscale restaurants. Alex, an expert skier, recommends "La Diable, a wonderful micro brewery down in the village that has great beer and poutine." Others suggest La Maison de la Crêpe for "a hearty breakfast."

Several users mention that food prices are high throughout the resort. Maggie, an advanced skier, notes that "food is expensive," while Naomi calls the "food prices outrageous." However, most agree the quality generally justifies the cost.

Tremblant excels in the après-ski department (4.35/5), earning one of its highest ratings. The pedestrian village forms the heart of the après scene, with numerous bars and restaurants creating a lively atmosphere.

P'tit Caribou consistently receives mentions as "the top spot for après," while La Diable microbrewery is another popular choice. Salina, an advanced snowboarder, enthused: "The nightlife and après-ski was an absolute blast, the village is beautiful with so many options."

The European-style village creates a unique atmosphere. Reid, an expert skier, describes it as "very nice with tons of nice restaurants, shops, hotels and everything else you need." This vibrant setting extends the mountain experience well into the evening.

Some reviewers note that the village becomes quiet later in the evening. Eamonn, an advanced skier, mentions "how quiet the village is in the evening and the lack of late night food options" as his only downside.

Tremblant truly shines for families, earning an exceptional family friendliness rating (4.65/5). The resort offers excellent ski school quality (4.31/5) and a variety of terrain suitable for all ages and abilities.

Eamonn, who has visited with his family for four years, praises "the full day ski school for our kids, and the amount of runs and terrain available." He adds that "the community is friendly and lift lines have never been a concern."

Beyond skiing, the pedestrian village provides entertainment for the whole family. Nava, a beginner skier, describes the place as "quaint and charming with lots of shops and restaurants. Great family ski destination." Karine, an expert skier, highlights additional activities: "Lots of activities, restaurants, places for kids. Chocolate place, movie theater, place where you and your family will enjoy very much."

The resort's layout allows for easy access to facilities, making the logistics of family skiing more manageable. However, several reviews mention that weekends and holidays can be extremely busy, so midweek visits are recommended for families seeking a quieter experience.

Tremblant scores exceptionally well for accommodation options (4.50/5), with choices ranging from luxury hotels to more budget-friendly options. Ski-in/ski-out accommodations are particularly popular, with Ivy, an advanced skier, recommending to "plan for ski-in/ski-out accommodation" for the best experience.

The village offers numerous hotels and condos right at the base of the slopes. Jaden, an intermediate skier, raved about the convenience: "Ski in and ski out from Fairmont Hotel was amazing! You can put your ski boots on in your hotel room, go down the elevator to the bottom floor, grab your skis from their secured ski valet and walkout the doors to ski."

For those on a tighter budget, Nicolas, an advanced snowboarder, suggests: "There's a nice little hostel just outside of the village at the base that is fantastic for those looking to spend less on accommodations and more on enjoying what Tremblant has to offer."

Taylor recommends that "if you are going with a large group, I'd recommend an Airbnb over staying in the hotels." Many accommodations outside the main village are served by frequent shuttle services, as Grace notes: "If you're not staying in the village they have fast and frequent shuttles from multiple parking lots right to the bottom of the hill."

Tremblant has taken steps toward environmental sustainability, though specific initiatives aren't frequently mentioned in user reviews. The resort has invested in snowmaking technology to adapt to changing climate patterns, with many users noting the well-maintained slopes despite variable natural conditions.

The pedestrian village design promotes a car-free environment once visitors arrive, reducing emissions within the resort area. Shuttle services from parking areas to the slopes further minimize vehicle traffic near the mountain.

While not leading the industry in sustainability, Tremblant's compact village design, preservation of natural forest areas for tree skiing, and investment in efficient lift infrastructure represent positive environmental practices. However, more transparent communication about specific sustainability goals and achievements would benefit environmentally conscious skiers.